Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-6
Type
single-use
Failure date
Apr 24, 2021
Location
Tripoli Launch Site, Seymour TX
Temperature
75 ℉
Other failure
description
Motor burned all propellant instantly, including ejection charge. Only went 25 of the stated 1200 ft. Ejected the motor core from rocket and burned various large holes in parachute but otherwise no damage. Once motor core had been retrieved the outer casing of the motor had been wedged into motor core, requiring it to be cut out.
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Status
pending